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We have the following different versions of the Backroads Of Poland tour available at present.

It is very hard to pick one moment, but if I had to it would probably be watching a pine marten eating fruit by the riverside from a kayak. The animal didn't seem to see us and we spent ages watching as he ate.

Our tour leader could not have been more helpful or knowledgeable. He was an expert on all wildlife and wild flowers. He also made Poland's very complicated history accessible and interesting and did this in a way which was not overwhelming or boring. He did all he could to make our stay successful and I couldn't hope for a better guide to Poland.

What Tips Would You Give To Someone Else Booking This Tour

The city hotels tended to be a bit noisy, so it may be worth packing ear-plugs. The portions tend to be quite big, so maybe avoid starters. People really appreciate it if you try a few words of Polish, although most people managed to understand us and we had help from our tour leader. Stamps are quite expensive and vodka very cheap (stamps cost more than the vodka 5zl). I'm not sure what standard of hotel I expected, but don't come if you want luxury. The hotels are functional and generally of the standard described and perhaps all part of the adventure.

Do You Have Anything Else To Add

This tour covers a very unspoilt part of the country and is very interesting for many reasons. The wildlife and flowers are lovely and very accessible, the countryside varied, the history interesting and the food plentiful. I would not hesitate to recommend this holiday to anyone.

5Sue Douglas,
28/04/14

What was the highlight or most memorable moment of your tour?

Difficult to choose. Everything so contrasted from cites, human suffering, countryside and wildlife and habitats. I learnt so much and have such vivid and warm memories. I thoroughly recommend this opportunity.

This is a very interesting and diverse trip, it has a mixture activities which includes, history, the natural countryside, culture and cites.

0R.W.R,
21/09/10

In 2009 I got an airline from hell, 2010 I got volcanoed, my Polish colleagues at work said "forget that, get on the bus, go to Poland" so I did. Nice hotels, plenty of sightseeing, fantastic National Parks with the opportunity to go hiking, birdwatching, swimming, canoeing, wining and dining. A guide and driver always prepared to go the extra mile. Tip - stay away from the vodca. (BP- 30th May 2010)